Elizabeth Meade, a Pee-Wee division CYO basketball player for St. Adalbert, has been living with epilepsy since age five. She’s had numerous emergency room visits, brain MRIs and blood tests and takes anti-seizure medication daily.

The medication works well to control her seizures, though she does experience some side effects. However, she has been able to enjoy a fulfilling childhood, playing basketball and softball as well as being an Irish dancer.

Elizabeth recently learned of a program called “Athletes vs. Epilepsy,” a nationwide program from athletes, coaches, volunteers and fans to raise awareness and funds to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy.